Afghan Hound vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the Afghan Hound to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Afghan Hounds and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

Afghan Hound vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Afghan Hound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Afghan Hound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Afghan Hound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Height
24-29 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
45-60 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Afghan Hound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Afghanistan
United States
Origin Year
-200 BC
1978 AD
Temperament
Afghan Hound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Afghan Hound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Afghan Hound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Afghan Hound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
40 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Afghan Hound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Afghan Hound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Afghan Hound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Afghan Hound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Afghan Hound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Afghan Hound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Cataracts
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Afghan Hound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Afghan Hound
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Blue and Cream
Blue and Cream
Cream
Cream
Red
Red
Silver
Silver
White
White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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